Direct Color Systems Direct Jet 1014 & 1024 UV Printers

The Direct Jet 1014UV and 1024UV models are a unique offering in the small format UV flatbed market. Designed with one of the largest table sizes and height allowances at a very economical level, these new Direct Jet models offer incredibly crisp text and color images with outstanding solvent and abrasion durability onto many different substrates. Print up to 10" x 24" at a maximum resolution of 5760 dpi.

The white ink creates a very opaque image allowing users to print onto virtually any color substrate and achieve amazing, bright colors with a white under base. The white is also extremely user friendly. It is stationed in cartridges on top of the head and stays in constant motion to correctly maintain the white pigment in suspension.

The Direct Jet 1024UVHS adds high speed inline printing and Texture 3D surface effects that support breathtaking image quality, and add a slight three dimensional effect to the applied ink. The result is a higher level of quality for customized personal items like iphone covers and the added and profitable possibility of producing full color ADA and braille signage.

1 Substrate Dependant. 2 Substrate Dependant. 3 Print times may vary dependant on computer configuration. 4 All substrates should be tested for image receptivity with final acceptance and suitability determined by the customer. 5 Some materials may require the use of a chemical wipe prior to printing to promote adhesion. This data sheet is for informational purposes only. Direct Color Systems makes no warranties, expressed or implied in this summary. Specifications are subject to change without notice. This is not an offer for sale.Note about White Ink: White ink contains Titanium Dioxide which will settle out of the ink over a period of time. DCS recommends after the printer has been resting for 6 hours or more, the white ink cartridge should be removed, shaken and reinstalled to ensure the white pigment is back in solution for best results when printing white.UV LED Light Caution: You are dealing with an LED UV light source that may harm your health. Do not look directly into the UV light source nor expose your hand or any part of your body/skin directly to the UV LED light source.UV Ink Caution: LED UV inks contain mild skin irritants in its liquid form. Always wear safety goggles and gloves when handling the liquid LED UV ink. There may be some VOCs emitted from the uncured inks during and after the printing process that could slightly irritate the nose, eyes and throat. If the printer is running in a small confined area, the VOC could build up and increase the irritation. DCS strongly recommends that the printer be in a well ventilated area to keep odors to a minimum.

Direct Jet UV FAQ

• What kind of substrates can a 1014UV or 1024uv print on?

DCS recommends that all substrates be tested and approved before
beginning a job. However, with the use of our Adhesion Promoter, we have
successfully printed to glass, brass, aluminum, silver, and stainless
steel. Without Promoter, we have also printed to PVC, acrylic, plastic
and sealed wood. Because the 1024UV and 1014UV print to nearly all
standard materials, there are very few "custom" materials being made for
it.

• What sort of substrate preparation is needed for using the IR2 UV-LED inks?

Use the adhesion promoter when printing on non-porous surfaces like
metal, glass, ceramic and rubber. Otherwise, no preparation is needed.

• What substrates can be printed and used outdoors?

All printable substrates can be used for outdoor applications because the inks are UV stable.

• Can the printed objects be cleaned with standard household cleaners?

Yes. The UV inks are resistant to cleaners and solvents.

• Do the UV LED inks require special storage?

Yes. The inks should be stored at room temperature and inside a cabinet with no light.

• What is the shelf life of the ink bottles and cartridges?

Inks are viable for 12 months from DOM and 6 months after opening.

• What is the drying or curing time for the ink?

The ink is dried virtually instantaneously after printing due to the curing of the UV LED light at the side of the print head.

• Does it come with software?

All Direct Jet UV printers come with the highest level of ColorByte Pro 9 graphic design and RIP software. ColorByte Pro 9 includes a complete set of graphic design tools including bevel boss and other effects, bitmap editing tools, and vector design elements.

• Is it MAC compatible?

ColorByte RIP is available for Windows 32, and 64-bit operating systems, but is not MAC compatible.

• Can I use it with my graphic design applications?

Yes. ColorByte is compatible with all standard vector and raster graphic design applications.

• Who supports it?

Tech support is available from SignWarehouse and Direct Color Systems. Each Direct Jet UV printer package includes on-site installation and training. Ongoing support is provided by the SignWarehouse Color Support Group under the 90 Day Premium Support Plan. After the 90 Day PSP period, customers receive lifetime free email and knowledge base support. Longer term PSP plans can be purchased at time of printer purchase or at any time during the initial 90 days.

• Can I get an extended warranty?

Each Direct Jet printer comes with a one year limited warranty. Extended warranties and on site installation and training packages are available.